Philadelphia Families Offered New Scholarship Amid School Closures
In response to the Philadelphia Board of Education's decision to close 17 public schools due to declining enrollment, a new scholarship initiative has been launched to support affected families. The Opportunity Knocks Scholarship, funded by the Yass Prize, will provide $8,000 annually to 500 students displaced by the closures, allowing them to attend one of 16 private schools in Philadelphia. Liguori Academy, a private high school in Kensington, is among the participating schools. The academy plans to expand its enrollment to accommodate some of the estimated 4,000 students affected by the closures. The scholarship aims to provide continuity and opportunity for students, ensuring they have access to quality education despite the disruptions caused by the school closures. 
